News: Shattered Silence

12.28.12 | Sarah Harnisch

Shattered Silence is a documentary film shot in Elmira, New York that's been aired in 600 countries. It tells the story of suicide, going through 12 different scenerios that bring people to a place where they do not want to live. The film ends on the hope we have in Christ our Savior, and how He can reach through to the darkest places.

Director/producer Joseph Channell is from Elmira, and battled suicide after abruptly loosing his father to pancreatic cancer. He used the film as a tool to help others in severe depression avoid common pitfalls.

To learn more about Shattered Silence or purchase a DVD, go here.

Below is a trailer for the film

A Christian production studio out of Ithaca, New York put together more then 50-percent of the original music for the film. Shattered Silence has over 70 tracks and 11 artists, hundreds of sound effects, an original musical score from Luke Worle, over 50 interviews, and narration throughout the film. You can check out New Vine Media's page here.

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on 12.31.12 Chas commented

I just lost my best friend, I pray that the whole world gets to see this movie.

on 12.31.12 Ellie commented

I lost everything in 1996. Was a pastors wife and tried to kill myself numerous times. Who does a pastors wife go to? A board member? NOT!! Thank you for this film. I felt the guilt leave.

on 01.03.13 Joseph commented

Excellent Job Sarah, I am very honored to have worked with you on this, and by far one of the most hard hitting interviews I have done, well done on the questions. Thank you so much for the opportunity for the film to create the awareness.

on 01.03.13 Candace commented

My best friend of over 30 yrs daughter committed suicide 8 weeks ago. The day before my other friends husband / dad killed himself. Sadly , he was Hindu. There is do much we don't know or miss in the thoughts of the loved ones who use suicide to 'escape' 'get even' or whatever. There needs to be better understanding to prevent if possible and to comfort those left behind. This was a timely and needed piece .

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